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KATA Protective Carrying Solutions

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SMS carries the full line of KATA Protective Carrying Solutions, including many items not shown on this Website. Please feel free to contact us if you don't see the KATA product you desire on these pages.

Camera Support Cases

KATA offers four great ways to transport your video or film tripod with head and pan handle in place:

  1. MULTILONG Extreme Protection Case
  2. TRIPORIGID Rigid Protection Cases
  3. TRIPOSOFT Lightweight Cases
  4. TRIPOACTION Lightweight Action Cases

MULTILONG-1

The Multilong is a roomy, multipurpose, padded case that is perfect for transporting a wide range of video or film equipment from a lighting kit to a tripod. For a tripod, just remove the center dividers and you have a rigid tripod case with an extra pocket. The Multilong includes the Insertrolley and APSS Strap.
MULTILONG-1 Multipurpose Case with InserTrolley
L: 38.6" (98cm) W: 9.8" (25cm) H: 9.8" (25cm)
Weight: 7.5 lbs. (3.4Kg)
MULTILONG-1
MULTILONG-1
as tripod case

TRIPORIGID-1 and TRIPORIGID-2

The TRIPORIGID-1 and TRIPORIGID-2 offer you a light, comfortable yet rigid protected case. This dual concept saves you the need for two cases to protect your valuable equipment.

The six layers of protection act as a PVC tube to allow you to ship the tripod when traveling. The lightweight ergonomic features allow you to use it as a soft case when you are on location.

TRIPORIGID-1 Rigid Tripod Bag (Short)
L: 38.6" (98cm) W: 9.8" (25cm) H: 9.8" (25cm)
Weight: 6.6 lbs. (3Kg)
TRIPORIGID-2 Rigid Tripod Bag (Long)
L: 43.5" (111cm) W: 9.8" (25cm) H: 9.8" (25cm)
Weight: 7 lbs. (3.2Kg)
TRIPORIGID
TRIPORIGID
TRIPORIGID

TRIPOSOFT-1 and TRIPOSOFT-2

The TRIPOSOFT-1 and TRIPOSOFT-2 are padded and rugged yet lightweight. The roomy central compartment protects the tripod, while the zipper extends the length of the case for quick and easy retrieval and storage.
Triposoft-1 Soft Tripod Bag (Short)
L: 38.6" (98cm) W: 9.8" (25cm) H: 9.8" (25cm)
Weight: 3.3 lbs. (1.5Kg)
Triposoft-2 Soft Tripod Bag (Long)
L: 43.5" (111cm) W: 9.8" (25cm) H: 9.8" (25cm)
Weight: 3.5 lbs. (1.6Kg)
TRIPOSOFT
TRIPOSOFT

TRIPOACTION-41 and TRIPOACTION-42

The Triposoft Action 41 and the Triposoft Action 42 are the perfect cases for small diameter, single-stage or two-stage video or film tripods.
TRIPOACTION-41 Soft, Lightweight Tripod Bag (Short)
L: 34.6" (88cm) W: 7.5" (19cm) H: 7.5" (19cm)
Weight: 2.0 lbs. (0.9Kg)
TRIPOACTION-42 Soft, Lightweight Tripod Bag (Long)
L: 42.5" (108cm) W: 7.5" (19cm) H: 7.5" (19cm)
Weight: 2.4 lbs. (1.1Kg)
TRIPOACTION
TRIPOACTION


Audio Solutions

Which KATA KOALA Mixer Case or SUNDO Audio Operation Case Fits Your Mixer?

SUNDO-1 and SUNDO-2

Kata's two SUNDO models offer the ultimate in audio gear transport and protection for the ENG professional with more room to store your supplies and accessories close at hand. SUNDO has an ergonomic design and smart, modular organization. Smart solutions for working in rain include access openings for cables.

Wiring can pass from the front compartment to the main compartment easily. Adjustable elastic strap allows wireless arrangement in many configurations. Two Dual-Use Buckles on each side provide a choice of carrying positions -- shoulder strap or OVH Harness.

  1. Zippered Side Pockets provide easy access to mixer with both hands for working in the rain
  2. Clear vinyl window (can be folded)
  3. YELLOOP interior fabric, Modi-Vers Modular Divider System
  4. Two Zippered Pulls, one on each side, allow you to pull out 4 antennas (2 from each opening)
  5. Front Compartment can hold up to 4 wireless transmitters, hand microphones, power supplies and connectors
  6. Quick Release Straps secure cables
SUNDO-1 Audio Operational Case (for Small Mixers/Wireless Transmitters and accessories)
L: 13.8" (35cm) W: 7.1" (18cm) H: 7.8" (20cm)
Weight: 3.1 lbs. (1.4Kg)
SUNDO-2 Audio Operational Case (for Large Mixers/Wireless Transmitters and accessories)
L: 17.7" (45cm) W: 7.1" (18cm) H: 7.8" (20cm)
Weight: 3.7 lbs. (1.7Kg)
SUNDO
Using SUNDO-2 with APSS strap
Using SUNDO-2
with APSS strap

KOALA-1, KOALA-2 and KOALA-3

Audio professionals can enjoy KATA quality and style with the KOALA mixer case. The KOALA is designed to help organize essential sound equipment while keeping it conveniently close at hand.

In KOALA's mixer and wireless compartments, cables stay tangle free. Just stow them in the storage area in the bottom of the case and feed them through handy connection ports. Every KOALA comes with the BSS Strap included.

KOALA-1 Mixer Case for Small Mixers
L: 10.6" (27cm) W: 3.5+2.4" (9+6cm) H: 7.8" (20cm)
Weight: 1.4 lbs. (0.66Kg)
KOALA-2 Mixer Case for Large Mixers
L: 14.6" (37cm) W: 3.5+2.4" (9+6cm) H: 8.3" (21cm)
Weight: 1.76 lbs. (0.8Kg)
KOALA-3 Mixer Case for Medium Mixers
L: 12.6" (32cm) W: 3.5+2.4" (9+6cm) H: 8.3" (21cm)
Weight: 1.6 lbs. (0.73Kg)
Koala-3
KOALA-3

Koala-2
KOALA-2

PANDA

KATA enables sound persons to have it all with the PANDA Sound Organizer Pack. The PANDA is designed to let you arrange and pack all the audio equipment needed for on-the-move sound work. PANDA is padded on all sides and divided into two compartments. It is equipped with a rain cover and can be customized with Modi-Vers.

PANDA is designed for two carrying positions. As a side-pack, using the NSS Strap, or as a back pack employing the Omega System.

The PANDA can carry a fully loaded KOALA or other sound mixer bag in the upper compartment, along with the rest of the sound accessories in the lower compartment.

PANDA Sound Organizer Side Pack/Backpack
L: 19.7" (50cm) H: 15" (38cm) D: 6.3" (16cm)
Weight: 4.65 lbs. (2.11Kg)
PANDA
PANDA

PANDA

OVH

Opposite V Harness Carrying Solution for all KOALA and SUNDO bags.

The innovative OVH is designed for carrying the Koala or the Sun-Do in the front position. It is ergonomically designed, padded with special anatomically structured layers and can be adjusted to your preferred carrying/working height.

The OVH lets you work comfortably without the risk of back and neck aches by distributing the burden of weight correctly between the shoulders and the back.

  • Upper OVH extra padding for back
  • TT Buckle for quick adjustments
  • Lower OVH hip belt transfers weight from neck
  • Two front rubber connectors for wireless mic and hook
  • Loop strap for headsets
Opposite V Sound Harness
Weight: 0.92 lbs. (0.42Kg)
Using SunDo with Opposite V Harness
Using SUNDO with OVH

OVH with KOALA
KOALA with OVH

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